2 Weeks Before You Move

Do you have power?

• Call ahead to have utilities connected at your new home.

What about packing?

• Make final packing decisions. Start packing items you don’t use often.

Remember the unseen places

• Clean and clear your home, including closets, basements and attics.

Bank accounts

• Call your bank to find out how to transfer your bank accounts.
• Got any safety deposit boxes lying around?
• Each year people move without clearing out their safety deposit boxes. Make sure to clear out yours before moving.

Secret hiding spots

• If you’ve hidden any valuables or keys around the house, be sure to collect them before leaving.

A reminder about moving plants

• Some state laws prohibit moving house plants. Consider giving your plants to a friend or local charity.

Miscellaneous stuff

• Plan meals that will use up the food in your refrigerator and freezer.
• Have your automobile serviced if you’re traveling by car.
• Transfer all current prescriptions to a drugstore in your new town.
• Dispose of flammable items such as fireworks, cleaning fluids, matches, acids, chemistry sets, aerosol cans, paint, ammunition and poisons such as weed killer.
• Drain all the oil and gasoline from your lawn mower and power tools to ensure safe transportation. Refer to your owner’s manual for specific instructions.